Introducing Research in Nursing (2nd Edition) [Paperback]

Holly Skodol Wilson (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0805394052 | ISBN-13: 978-0805394054 | Publication Date: December 10, 1992 | Edition: 2

This book is appropriate as the primary text for nursing research courses in all undergraduate curricula, including those aimed at returning RNs.In Introducing Research in Nursing, award-winning author, Holly Skodol Wilson, clearly demonstrates why research consumership skills are important to providing quality nursing care. Students learn how to judge and interpret scientific findings and then apply this information to daily nursing practice. This edition has been thoroughly updated to include the latest information on interpretive research methods and current information on how computers can be used for research-related projects. In addition, a new statistics and appendix provide students with the tools needed to interpret, evaluate, and make informed decisions about the growing body of statistical data. Annotated research examples, with guidelines for critique, demonstrate the practical application of material discussed in each chapter.

Product Details

• Paperback: 300 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 2 edition (December 10, 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0805394052
• ISBN-13: 978-0805394054
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.7 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #69,106 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #59 in Books > Medical Books > Nursing > Research & Theory
  • #59 in Books > Medical Books > Nursing > Issues, Trends & Roles

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I have no idea why I bought this book. It's like arts and crafts for stroke victims who engage in occupational therapy to improve their dexterity or pass the time.